Financial Aid Representative

3 months ago

Gulfport, United States Blue Cliff College Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

POSITION

Blue Cliff College is seeking a Financial Aid Representative to help guide students through the financial aid process; analyze and evaluate student financial needs to determine the best course of action; have a thorough knowledge of various federal, state and college financial aid packages and be able to refer potential candidates to the appropriate source; offer information and advice regarding eligibility criteria and responsibilities, help explain policies and provide guidance through the application process; responsible for tracking all financial aid documents during the process.

JOB DUTIES

  • Interprets, implements and ensures the College is in compliance with state and federal agencies by maintaining a thorough knowledge of federal and state financial aid and veterans’ affairs administration rules and regulations  
  • Counsels and advises students concerning financial aid opportunities, application processes and financial management strategies; Educates students in the identification of all sources of financial aid available, including the requirements and regulations within programs 
  • Effectively communicates to students the importance of submitting documentation for file completion; This can be in the form of calling the student, going to the classroom to retrieve the student and sometimes receiving authorization from the Director of Financial Aid to block the student from attending class 
  • Determines eligibility and awards financial aid applicants utilizing various software packages; This includes processing applications and corrections, document tracking, completing the verification process, generating tracking and award notifications 
  • Generates and prepares status and project reports for the financial aid and veterans’ affairs program  
  • Responds to student inquiries 
  • Communicates with appropriate state and federal agencies to resolve any conflicting issues as needed 
  • Works with Admissions to ensure that issues with enrolling students have been identified and resolved in a timely manner 
  • Participates in the ‘Stitch in Meetings’ – must provide all required documentation for review of files 
  • Maintains responsibility for specific student portfolio group throughout the student’s program 
  • Works closely with the Business Office (if applicable) to ensure that all forms of monies are reconciled and files are resolved 
  • Assists Corporate Office with the collection of funds and resolving verification issues in a timely manner 
  • Scan all financial aid documents and send to Corporate Office 
  • Run Expected Cash and Aged Report to assist in monitoring monies 
  • Run daily ISIR Report to track possible issues with verification  
  • Assist with the reconciliation of all Title IV programs 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

  • Federal, local and state programs that provide financial assistance to students 
  • Pertinent laws, rules and regulations such as Federal Title IV regulations 
  • Various software programs and data systems as they relate to financial aid  
  • Planning and organizational skills
  • Effective oral and written communication skills
  • Interpersonal skills including tact, patience and courtesy
  • Demonstrate analytical, organizational and supervisory skills
  • Ensure timely and efficient delivery of student financial assistance to qualified applicants
  • Interpret federal and state financial aid regulations and determine appropriate course of action
  • Monitor and award federal and state financial aid programs
  • Gather, compile and analyze data and prepare reports
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff, students and administration
  • Perform consistently under the pressure of deadlines and other administrative demands
  • Work cooperatively with others

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Finance, Business Administration or Accounting, preferred 
  • One (1) to three (3) years of increasingly responsible professional level administrative experience in a financial aid setting 
  • Broad skills in financial aid methodology, financial aid software and federal regulations governing student financial aid programs preferred  

COMPENSATION

In the spirit of pay transparency, we can share that the pay for this position is $16 per hour, commensurate with experience. Please keep in mind that this range is the base pay only and does not consider other components that make up the total rewards package for the position. If you are hired, your overall compensation will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, and/or experience which may result in total compensation outside of this range.

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Education Management, Inc. (dba Blue Cliff College) is committed to preparing students to function proficiently in a competitive society in the career of their choice and to create within them an awareness of professional and social responsibility, along with an appreciation of principles of ethical conduct. Blue Cliff College employs a diverse team of individuals dedicated to inspiring students to strive for excellence and to achieve maximum personal potential. We offer an excellent salary and benefits package, as well as a business casual work environment and flexible work schedule because we understand your personal life is as important as your professional life. If you’re dedicated and ready to work for an organization that cares about you, please apply online.

BENEFIT PROGRAM

Featured benefits for full-time team members include:

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance
  • Pet insurance and pet discount program
  • 401(k) plan
  • Paid time off

Equal Opportunity Employment
Blue Cliff College and Current HR ("organizations") provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, the organizations comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which it has operations. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, and compensation.

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